Info Session
Let's learn about CASA
Step forward to help a child who needs a voice in SLO County.CASA Volunteers are friends of the court who objectively represent childrens’ best interest while they navigate the San Luis Obispo County Court system.
STEP 1:
We recommend listening to our short informational video
CASA of San Luis Obispo County’s short informational video describes the volunteer program and the process to become a volunteer advocate. You will learn more about CASA, the volunteer role and the training program.Before you fill out an application, you will need to watch the Information Session video. To receive the link to our more detailed Information Session video, please fill out the form below. If you still have questions, see our FAQ page here. If you prefer to speak with a member of our team first, you can contact our Program Director, Nicole Perotti, at nperotti@slocasa.org
2026 Information session Schedule
We welcome you to attend an Information Session to learn more about volunteering at CASA.
We are currently offering Zoom information sessions
January
Thursday, 1/8/26 @ 12 noon
Saturday, 1/17/226 @ 12 noon
February
Tuesday, 2/10/26 @ 6pm
Saturday, 2/28/26 @ 12 noon
March
Wednesday, 3/4/26 @ 6pm
Sunday, 3/22/26 @ 12 noon
April
Tuesday, 4/7/26 @ 6pm
Monday, 4/27/26 @ 12 noon
May
Wednesday, 5/27/26 @ 6pm
June
Wednesday, 6/24/26 @6pm
More info sessions may be scheduled as needed. Please email Laura Ochoa @lochoa@slocasa.org for additional options.
INFORMATION SESSION REQUEST
STEP 2:
Submit an application
The application to become a CASA volunteer is distributed during the Information Sessions, can be downloaded, or completed online. After submitting your application, we will contact you for a personal interview. We also conduct complete background checks on all volunteers.
STEP 3:
Volunteer Training
CASA provides the training required in order to be sworn in as a CASA volunteer. Currently, all training is hybrid with an in-person and separate online learning platform. You will need to complete all 36 hours of training prior to being sworn in and pass all background screening.
STEP 4:
Swearing In
STEP 5:
Be Assigned a Child to Help
STEP 6:
Meet Child
